ELECTRIC FOR ALL YOUR ELECTRICAL NEEDS !!! Commercial. Residential. Industrial. Farmstead. Patriot Electric, Flandreau, SD. 605-997-3536. Don Peters & Brandon Peters. donp@patriot-electricinc. com
GENERATORS FOR SALE! BE PREPARED FOR ELECTRIC OUTAGES!! Coleman 4000$300. DEK 4550 - $400 Call 605-997-3441 and leave a message. tfreg
DAVE’S APPLIANCE
REPAIR Dave Feske, Flandreau SD, Phone 605- 997-3574. Call for all your Appliance Repair Needs!
PLASTERING AND PLASTER REPAIR!! Interior or Exterior. Drywall/Housewrap/ Painting/Demo - Interior or exterior! Free estimates - 909-644-7248. Silva Plastering Juan Silva You Tube - silvaplastering take a look!!
ENSZ FENCING WILL DO CUSTOM PASTURE FENCING AND CORRAL FENCING. Tear out old, replace, or build new. FREE quotes. Call Tyler at 605-530-3211.
ENG SERVICES NEEDS PART-TIME Operators &Truck Drivers Send resume to dale.eng@hotmail.com
EGAN BAKERY ON THE HILL
Homeade baked goods, custom order cakes, cupcakes, cinnamon rolls, muffins, cheesecake. Gluten free items are available upon request. Owner Faith Ehrichs, 12 yrs old. Eganbakeryonthehill@ gmail.com or Call 760-979-6114 Facebook page: Egan Bakery on the Hill
FOR SALE: OLD BARN LUMBER, Hayloft flooring, siding, floor joist planks. Flandreau, SD. Cash only. You Haul. Call 507-215-1457. Leave a message. 3t73
LOOKING FOR SMALL TO MEDIUM SIZE DOG. Call 605-530-0976.
Moody County Resource Center’s Fall & Spring Hours:
Monday 9 am - 5 pm
Tuesday 9 am - 8 pm Wednesday 9 am - 8 pm
Thursday 9 am - 8 pm Friday 9 am - 5 pm Saturday 9 am - 2 pm
Moody County Resource Center’s Labor Day weekend hours: open on Saturday, August 30th from 9 am - Noon, and closed on Monday, September 1st for the holiday.
Moody County Resource Center’s Fall & Spring Hours:
Monday 9 am - 5 pm
Tuesday 9 am - 8 pm
Wednesday 9 am - 8 pm
Thursday 9 am - 8 pm
Friday 9 am - 5 pm
Saturday 9 am - 2 pm
Moody County Resource Center’s Labor Day weekend hours: open on Saturday, August 30th from 9 am - Noon, and closed on Monday, September 1st for the holiday ADAM’S BUCKET SERVICE. TREE TRIMMING & REMOVAL, Stump Grinding, Storm damage I am insured. Call Adam at 605-864-9759 after 4 pm or leave message
MICHEL OUTDOOR
LLC.. Tree removal, Tree Stump Removal, Fence Line Clearing/ Removal, Commercial Mowing,Brush Hogging. Insured. 605-413-9717.
FOR SALE: POLLED HEREFORD BULLS STRAIN OF BULLS. Since 1920! “99 years in the making!” Nelson Polled Herefords. Tracy Minnesota. Call 507-6260239. tf1216
CADILLAC ESCALADE CENTER CAPS LOST NORTHEAST OF FLANDREAU ON GRAVEL ROADS. Silver with Cadillac Emblem. Reward! Call 605-9973441. Leave a message.
ADAM’S BUCKET SERVICE. TREE TRIMMING & REMOVAL, Stump Grinding, Storm damage I am insured. Call Adam at 605-864-9759 after 4 pm or leave message
McINTOSH APPLES FOR PIES AND SAUCE ARE READY!! Call 605-997-3441 to pick.
Help needed for general construction. Excellent pay. Start immediately. Call 605534-3204.
MICHEL OUTDOOR
LLC.. Tree removal, Tree Stump Removal, Fence Line Clearing/ Removal, Commercial Mowing,Brush Hogging. Insured. 605-413-9717.
FOR SALE: POLLED HEREFORD BULLS STRAIN OF BULLS. Since 1920! “99 years in the making!” Nelson Polled Herefords. Tracy Minnesota. Call 507-6260239. tf1216
PLASTERING AND PLASTER REPAIR!! Interior or Exterior. Drywall/Housewrap/ Painting/Demo - Interior or exterior! Free estimates - 909-644-7248. Silva Plastering Juan Silva You Tube - silvaplastering take a look!!
ENSZ FENCING WILL DO CUSTOM PASTURE FENCING AND CORRAL FENCING. Tear out old, replace, or build new. FREE quotes. Call Tyler at 605-530-3211.
THE BREADBASKET ACCEPTS CANNED GOODS & MONETARY DONATIONS ON THURSDAYS FROM 1 TO 5 AND FRIDAYS FROM 9 TO NOON (EXCLUDING THE 5TH WEEK OF THE MONTH)! We are a community-supported, 501 (c) organization. Every donation helps feed our clients! Leave a message if you have any questions: 605573-0935. P.O. Box 55 - 202 E. 2nd Ave. Flandreau, SD 57028.
FRIDAY NOON DEADLINE FOR THE BOOSTER. Call 605997-2872 or better yet email your ads and billing address to ads@iw.net
ADAM’SBUCKET SERVICE.TREE TRIMMING & REMOVAL, Stump Grinding, Storm damage I am insured. Call Adam at 605-864-9759 after 4 pm or leave message
Attention Moody County Residents! The Breadbasket Food Pantry is open Thursdays from 1:30 to 5 pm excluding the 5th Thursday of the month at 202 E. 2nd Ave. Flandreau. 605-573-0935. Please “Like” us on Facebook for more info. This institution is an equal opportunity provider.
ENG SERVICES NEEDS PART-TIME
Operators &Truck Drivers Send resume to dale.eng@hotmail.com
NEW HORIZONS ROOFING AND GUTTERS, LLC. ALL TYPES OF ROOFING. 18 YEARS EXPERIENCE. VETERAN OWNED. 605-690-4797. tf515
WILL PAY CASH: FOR VINTAGE MLB, NHL, NFL, NBA, COLLEGE SPORTS VINTAGE STARTER JACKETS , EMAIL Gemini77@iw.net with what you have for sale or call 605-864-8159 and leave a message and I will call you back. TFBB
WE PAY CASH for junk cars, Pickups, Vans and motorcycles. No titles needed. Call or text 605651-5605.
USED OIL WANTED! ! Call 605-997-3291. CALL PATRIOT ELECTRIC FOR ALL YOUR ELECTRICAL NEEDS !!! Commercial. Residential. Industrial. Farmstead. Patriot Electric, Flandreau, SD. 605-997-3536. Don Peters & Brandon Peters. donp@patriot-electricinc. com
Paloma’s Cleaning Service Light and Deep Cleaning, Laundry, Dishes, Small Business Cleaning, and even Meal Prep. Call/text: 605.530.1455 for details. 5t723
EGAN BAKERY ON THE HILL
Homeade baked goods, custom order cakes, cupcakes, cinnamon rolls, muffins, cheesecake. Gluten free items are available upon request. Owner Faith Ehrichs, 12 yrs old. Eganbakeryonthehill@ gmail.com or Call 760-979-6114 Facebook page: Egan Bakery on the Hill
CALL PATRIOT ELECTRIC FOR ALL YOUR ELECTRICAL NEEDS !!! Commercial. Residential. Industrial. Farmstead. Patriot Electric, Flandreau, SD. 605-997-3536. Don Peters & Brandon Peters. donp@patriot-electricinc. com
Paloma’s Cleaning Service Light and Deep Cleaning, Laundry, Dishes, Small Business Cleaning, and even Meal Prep. Call/text: 605.530.1455 for details. 5t723
ENSZ FENCING WILL DO CUSTOM PASTURE FENCING AND CORRAL FENCING. Tear out old, replace, or build new. FREE quotes. Call Tyler at 605-530-3211.
WILL PAY CASH: FOR VINTAGE MLB, NHL, NFL, NBA, COLLEGE SPORTS VINTAGE STARTER JACKETS , EMAIL Gemini77@iw.net with what you have for sale or call 605-864-8159 and leave a message and I will call you back. TFBB
Help needed for general construction. Excellent pay. Start immediately. Call 605-5343204.
ADAM’S BUCKET SERVICE. TREE TRIMMING & REMOVAL, Stump Grinding, Storm damage I am insured. Call Adam at 605-864-9759 after 4 pm or leave message
MICHEL OUTDOOR LLC.. Tree removal, Tree Stump Removal, Fence Line Clearing/ Removal, Commercial Mowing,Brush Hogging. Insured. 605-413-9717.
McINTOSH APPLES FOR PIES AND SAUCE ARE READY!! Call 605997-3441 to pick.
AGED APPLE WOOD FOR YOUR SMOKER!! Call 605-997-3441 and leave a message if you can use this wood!!!
Moody County Resource Center’s Fall & Spring Hours: Monday 9 am - 5 pm Tuesday 9 am - 8 pm Wednesday 9 am - 8 pm
Open House Bridal Shower
Flandreau, SD Registry on Amazon
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SALE OF FARMLAND BY SEALED BIDS ALLIANCE TOWNSHIP, MOODY COUNTY
The family of Deloris Quissell is selling the following real estate in Moody County, South Dakota:
The Northwest Quarter (NW¼) of Section 30, Township 105 North, Range 47 West of the 5th P.M., Moody County, South Dakota, except Tract 1 of Quissell Addition contained therein, subject to easements, restrictions, drainage rights and rights of way of record.
The above-described farmland consists of approximately 152.53 acres and is located near the intersection of 242nd Street and 484th Avenue or 6 miles east and 2 miles south of Trent, South Dakota.
Preliminary bids must be hand-delivered to Dell Rapids Law Firm at 301 E. 4th Street, Suite 1, Dell Rapids, South Dakota, 57022, by 5:00 p.m. on September 12, 2025. Late submissions will not be considered. The top bidders will be invited to attend a private bidders meeting at the Dell Rapids Law Firm, on or about September 19, 2025, where they will have an opportunity to raise their bids. The family reserves the right to reject any and all bids.
If the high bid is accepted by the family, the winning bidder must be prepared to sign a Purchase Agreement and make a non-refundable earnest money deposit of ten percent (10%) of the purchase price within three (3) business days of receiving notice of bid acceptance. Closing for the property will be held within 30 days of the execution of the Purchase Agreement. The sale will not be contingent upon buyer financing.
The Sellers will obtain a title insurance commitment showing clear and merchantable title in the property. Each bidder is responsible for conducting his or her own independent inspections, investigations, and all due diligence concerning use of the property. Buyer will have legal possession after the 2025 crop year.
Sellers will pay the 2025 real estate taxes due in 2026 and all prior taxes and assessments. The title insurance and closing costs shall be split equally between the parties. The sellers reserve the right to reject any and all bids and to negotiate the remaining purchase terms with the successful bidder.
Inquiries: Bid packets may be picked up at the Dell Rapids Law Firm at 301 E. 4th Street, Suite 1, Dell Rapids, South Dakota 57022. You must deliver your preliminary bid to the Dell Rapids Law Firm by 5:00 p.m. on September 12, 2025. Late submissions will not be considered. Please include return address, telephone number and email address. For further information contact Dean A. Hammer, attorney for the Sellers, at 605-428-5444 or by email: dean@dellrapidslaw.com.
NOTICE TO RESIDENTS OF UNION TOWNSHIP
MOVING SALE
Fencing: T-Posts, Wood Posts & wire
Sign Pole - “STANDARD GAS”
Boat Trailer - fits 14’ Boat - New Tires & wiring - No title
12” x 24” ceramic Tile - 51 pieces
1980 John Deere 400
( 60” deck, Needs work, has snow blower, bagger, wheel weights, tire chains and new parts)
Twenty - 20’ Poles; 5000 sq. ft. Corrugated Barn Steel; Husquvarna Riding mower; Old Interior Doors with hardware; Old Trim; Miscellaneoius Salvaged Building Materials.
Barn Siding, 8” Siding, Construction Equipment
Call for More information and Directions
Dave Marsceau
605-864-8864
All roadside ditches must be mowed between September 1 and October 1, 2025 or the township will make arrangements and assess landowners for the cost. In addition, the township requests that any trees, brush, rocks, and other debris be removed from township right-of-ways.
UNION TOWNSHIP BOARD OF SUPERVISORS
Flandreau Veterinary
200 South Veterans St. Flandreau, SD 57028 (605) 997-2721
Dr. Michael Prins & Dr. Charlie Stangohr
*Ultrasound
*Dental prophylaxis
*Digital radiographs
*Large + small animal vaccine
*Haul-in facility
*Portable hydraulic chute with
*Portable double alley tub
*Tilt table for hoof work
PERSONAL PROPERTY AUCTION
2021 Kawasaki ATV, 2004 Artic Cat ATV, Kayak, Sporting Goods, 2014 Ford Taurus, Carry-On 7x12’ Trailer, JD 3020 Dsl. Tractor, Shop Items & Tools, John Green & Other Collectible Prints, Budweiser Micro Fridge, Household & Misc.
As we have sold our home, we will offer the following items at auction located at 23462 451st St., Madison, SD, or from the Pizza Ranch corner on Hwy. 34 – 3 miles west on Hwy. 34 to 451st St. and 2 miles south.
SATURDAY, SEPTEMBER 13, 2025
Sale Time: 10:00 am
2021 Kawasaki, 2004 Artic Cat & 2014 Taurus to be sold at approx. 12:00 Noon Lunch on Grounds
To view full auction ad & photos, see www.suttonauction.com
MARK & SUE REYNOLDS – Owners
PH. 605-270-9394
by Automated Clearing House (ACH) of your salary, Social Security, pension, or other monthly income of at least $500. To qualify for the $200 offer, your account balance must be $1.00 or more throughout the 120-day qualification period. BankWest will deposit the $200 offer into your checking account within 45 days of meeting the direct deposit requirement. Non-qualifying deposits include those made by mobile deposit, at an ATM, at a physical banking location or by transfer from another account. Must mention this offer at the time of account opening. Incentive is considered interest and will be reported on IRS Form 1099-INT, or Form 1042-S, if applicable. 2) ePlus Reward Rate Requirements: Have 15 or more debit card transactions post to your account during the qualification cycle and receive electronic statements. (Pending debit card transactions and all ACH and ATM transactions are excluded.) 3) Annual Percentage Yields (APYs) accurate as of July 2, 2025. Rates are subject to change without notice. Rates may change after account is opened. Balances up to $50,000 receive annual percentage yield (APY) up to 3.00%; and balances over $50,000 earn 0.30% interest on the portion of the balance over $50,000, resulting in 3.00%-0.30% APY depending on the balance in the account. If reward rate requirements are not met: 0.30% APY on average daily balance.
WAYNE BESSMAN - RE & Pers. Property Auctioneer – Madison, SD – ph. 605-270-4980; CHUCK SUTTON - Auctioneer & Land Broker – Sioux Falls, SD 605-336-6315 & Flandreau, SD 605997-3777; JARED SUTTON, CAI – RE Salesperson & Auctioneer – Flandreau, SD – ph. 605-864-8527; GAGE GULLICKSON – Auctioneer & RE Broker Associate – Flandreau, SD – ph. 605651-3867; Clerk: Sutton Auction Service, LLC
NOTICE TO RESIDENTS OF UNION TOWNSHIP
All roadside ditches must be mowed between September 1 and October 1, 2025 or the township will make arrangements and assess landowners for the cost. In addition, the township requests that any trees, brush, rocks, and other debris be removed from township right-of-ways.
UNION TOWNSHIP BOARD OF SUPERVISORS
USED TIRES - 15, 16, 17, 18 inch. Fair! CALL 605-997-3441 & LEAVE A MESSAGE. Also Brand New chrome reverse rims to fit Dodge pickupnever mounted with new tires!
40+ Redwing Crocks & Churns, Pyrex & Fire King Items, Milk Bottles, Enamel Ware, Dazey Butter Churns, Var. Advertising Pieces, Street Signs, Watt, Fiesta & Stoneware Bowls, Stamp Collection. Longhorns, & Much More!!
We will offer the following items of Personal Property at Public Auction at the Trent Gymnasium in Trent, SD - From I-29 Trent Exit #104, 5 ¼ miles East on 240th St. Located on the East End of Trent, SD. Lunch on Grounds.
SATURDAY, AUGUST 30th, 2025
Sale Time: 10:00 AM
AUCTIONEER’S NOTES: This auction features a diverse assortment of antiques, collectibles, and personal property from the collection of Dave and Diane Rieck. Due to health reasons, they have decided to downsize and will be offering many items they have collected over the past 30+ years. A wide variety of items will be available, ensuring there is something for everyone. We encourage you to attend this auction, and please note that two rings may be in use during the event. Additionally, there are numerous items that are not listed or pictured!
STONEWARE, MILK BOTTLES, PYREX, FIRE KING, DAZEY CHURNS: Approx. 40+ Redwing Crocks & Churns; 3 – 20 Gal. RW Crocks (Have Cracks); Num. Sm. Unmarked Crocks; Crock Milk Pitchers; Blue Crock Pitchers; Many Gallon, ½ Gal., & Pint Milk & Cream Bottles (Some w/ Advertising); Watt, Fiesta, & Stoneware Crock Bowls; Fire King Mixing Bowls; Fire King Set of 4 Primary Color Bowls; Sev. Nests of Fire King Bowls; Fire King Tulip Set – 4 Bowls, Grease Jar, S &P (1 – White, 1 – Ivory); Fire King Casseroles; Pink Pyrex (set of 4); Pyrex Refrig. Set; Sev. Pyrex Bowl Sets Incl. Wheat, 4 Color, Clear, Americana; Dazey Butter Churns.
CHINA SETS & ANT. KITCHEN NOVELTIES: Partial Homer Laughlin China Set; Blue Willow Buff. China; 2-1950’s Std. Mixers; Pink Hand Mixer & Spatula; 2-Sets Apple Cookie & Grease Jars, S&P; Var. S&P Shakers; Alum. Glasses; Corning & Tin Coffee Pots; Vint. Shopping Cart; Risque Beer Glasses; Plastic Chef Spice Set; Cambridge Iris Covered Bowls; 5-Sets of Carnival Glass Tumblers; Set of 9 Hazel Atlas Tumblers; Several Styles – 1950’s Part. Sets, Flower & SW Tumblers; Bottom Marked Leaf Plate; Clear Glass Candle Holders.
ANTIQUE CHILDRENS COLLECTIBLES: Hy-Que The Amazing Monkey; 2-Children’s Fishing Poles; Vint. Child’s Gas Station; Child’s Granite Tea Set, Blue Bird Dish Set; Paper Dolls; Child’s Trailer JD Colors.
ADVERTISING PIECES: 15+ Var. Street Signs; Red Oak IA Adv. Pic; Adv. Ash Tray (Egan & Ward, SD); Adv. Fans “The Ideal Café”, Brkings, SD; Canvas Apron “Unterieiners Inc.”, Dimock, SD; OTHER VAR. ANTIQUES, COLLECTIBLES & MISC.: Weathervane Horse; Washboards; Costume Jewelry; Var. Stamps; Long Horns; Cow Creamer; Chicken Feeders; Wash Tubs on Stds; Vint. Floor Lamps & Hairdryer; 15+ Army Ski Poles, 1950’s; 25+ Wdn. Boxes (Underwood Type Writer, Diamond Matches, Var. Shell Boxes); Var. Wdn. Pop Flats; 35+ Rods & Reels; Shawnee, Hall & McCoy Planters; Var. Hot Water Bottles; Lrg. Wd. Vise; Fur Muffs; Binoculars; X-Mas Décor; Yellow Appliance Cart; Ant. Chifforobe; Hutch; 1920’s Bedroom Set w/ Twin Beds.
DAVE & DIANE RIECK, Owners
AUCTION SOLD & CLERKED BY SUTTON AUCTIONEERS & LAND BROKERS, LLC, CHUCK & JARED SUTTON – SIOUX FALLS & FLANDREAU, SD & PIPESTONE, MN – 605-336-6315; DEAN GULBRANSON – RE & PP Auctioneer – Madison, SD –605-695-0133; GAGE GULLICKSON – Auctioneer & RE Broker Assoc. – Flandreau, SD – 605-651-3867; RICK BECKER – Auctioneer – Madison, SD – ph. 605-480-1976
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
Contact: Mike Preheim, Mayor City of Colman 605-534-3611 cityofcolman@iw.net
City of Colman Initiates Partnership with Sioux Valley Energy
The City of Colman, SD, took initial steps this week to form an electrical utility partnership with Sioux Valley Energy. Official action was taken at a city council meeting on Tuesday August 19, 2025 to declare intent to transfer its municipally owned electrical assets to Sioux Valley Energy. The council also took action in July to deliver notice of contract termination with the city’s current power supplier after that contract expires in December of 2055.
Colman City Council discussions regarding the future of its 75-year-old-plus electric system began over a year ago. Soon after council members learned that the cost to fund electric infrastructure upgrades may approach between $2 6 million and $3 million. Initial estimates indicated that infrastructure investment may potentially double or triple electric rates for Colman residents in addition to any effect that potential increases in power costs may have on those rates. After learning of the potential for a substantial increase in associated infrastructure costs, the city initiated discussions with Sioux Valley Energy.
“If approved, this partnership with Sioux Valley Energy will benefit the residents of Colman,” said Colman Mayor Mike Preheim. “Sioux Valley Energy already provides maintenance on our electrical system so the transfer would be seamless. We would also see improved service through their online energy management system and various programs as well as access to 24/7 local dispatch services and emergency restoration.”
“As a not-for-profit cooperative, Sioux Valley Energy can re-invest in and more efficiently upgrade the Colman electrical system over a period of time. This is a win-win for everyone,” said Tim McCarthy, Sioux Valley Energy General Manager and CEO.
There will be readings of the proposed resolution at Colman’s September and October city council meetings.
MASSIVE LABOR DAY AUCTION
2015 Subaru Forester SUV w/only 59,459 Miles, 1934 IH Fuel Delivery Truck, 1952 Dodge 1T Military Jeep/Pickup, Vintage Homemade Twin City Replica Tractor, Case IH 884 Utility Tractor, Other Tractors, Visible Gas Pump w/Globe, Gas Engines, Enormous Amount of Crockery, CS Bell Co. School Bell, TM Roberts School Bell – 1886, Collection of +/-60 Cast Iron Seats, Antiques & Collectibles, 100’s of Pieces of Depression Glass, Adv. Items, Antiques & Collectibles, Toys & More! From Brookings, SD 20th St Exit 130 – ½ mile east to 34th St. and 1 mile north and 1½ miles east on S. 8th St./213 St. to 47450 213th St., Brookings, SD.
MONDAY, SEPTEMBER 1, 2025
Sale Time: 10:00 am
Tractors & Vehicles to be sold at approx. 1:00 pm Lunch on Grounds
AUCTIONEERS NOTE: Fantastic Labor Day Auction! Something for everyone! The Slocum family has owned this property for decades, and this is a Multi-Generation Auction that offers unique and one-of-a-kind finds gathered over the decades. Come prepared to bid – 2 rings will be utilized. To view full auction listing & photos – see www.suttonauction. com!
IDA SLOCUM, Owner
For information contact Mike Slocum – ph. 605-413-7788
CHUCK SUTTON – Auctioneer & Land Broker – Sioux Falls, SD –ph. 605-336-6315
JARED SUTTON, CAI – Auctioneer & RE Broker Assoc. –Flandreau, SD – ph. 605-864-8527
DEAN GULBRANSON - RE & PP Auctioneer – Madison, SD –605-695-0133
Clerk: Sutton Auction Service, LLC
CITY OF FLANDREAU - 1005
W. Elm Avenue - Flandreau, SD 57028-1404
COUNCIL PROCEEDINGS August 18th, 2025
The City Council of the City of Flandreau, South Dakota, met in regular session on Monday, August 18th at 6:30 p.m. at the City Council Chambers, 1005 W. Elm Avenue, Flandreau, SD.
Present: Mayor Dan Sutton. Aldermen: Curt Ahlers, Brad Bjerke, Mark Ekern, Mike Fargen, Karen Tufty and Tim Yeaton. Absent: None. Also present were City Administrator Cohl Turnquist; Finance Officer Lori Kneebone; City Attorney Matthew Tysdal; Shane Waterman, IMEG Engineer, and Jody Hernandez with Boys and Girls Club.
The proposed agenda was reviewed. Motion by Tufty and seconded by Fargen to adopt the proposed agenda. The following members voted aye: Ahlers, Bjerke, Ekern, Fargen, Tufty and Yeaton. Nays: None. Absent: None. Motion carried.
Motion by Bjerke and seconded by Yeaton to approve the minutes of August 4th, 2025. The following members voted aye: Ahlers, Bjerke, Ekern, Fargen, Tufty and Yeaton. Nays: None. Absent: None. Motion carried. Motion by Ahlers and seconded by Ekern to allow the following claims for the City and to pay them: Payroll, 8/6/25: general, 40,402.66; water, 1,378.95; electric, 7,034.42; sewer, 3,212.84; solid waste, 319.39. (27104) Julio Valladares, utility deposit refund, 27.51. (27105) A-1 Portable Toilets, toilet rentals, 370.00; AFLAC, supplemental insurance, 277.44; Big Sioux Community Water System, water purchases, 20,848.60; Booster Publishing, publishing/advertising, 290.00; Brookings Equipment, Inc. 447.86; Dakota Pump & Control, Inc. annual inspections, 1,396.94; GCC Consolidated Ready Mix, Inc., concrete, 2,086.50; GreatAmerica Financial Services, FPD copier, 171.21; Heidepriem, Purtell, Siegel, Hinrichs & Tysdal, LLP, professional fees, 4,261.08; Karissa Blum, summer rec instructor, 400.00; Ketel Thorstenson, LLP, professional fees, 24,124.00; Leandra Ryan, Comm. Center deposit reimbursement, 250.00; Lubbock National Bank, Tyler Tech lease agreement, 29,361.91; Madison Regional Health System, lab services, 55.00; Maynards of Flandreau, supplies/ supplies for resale, 2,361.47; MidAmerican Energy, gas, 2,449.91; Moody County Enterprise, publishing/advertising, 756.04; Moody County Register of Deeds, supplies, 2.00; Office Peeps, Inc., supplies, 155.80; Ottertail Power Company, electricity, 228.31; River’s Edge Cooperative, gas/oil/supplies, 2,802.85; SD Public Assurance Alliance, insurance, 1,515.33; SD Supplemental Retirement Plan, supplemental retirement, 100.00; Sioux Falls Area Humane Society, animal control, 252.00; Sioux Valley Energy, electricity, 190.00; Sparkle Car Wash, Inc., car washes, 22.73; Sturdevant’s Auto Supply, supplies, 171.84; Syn-Tech Systems, Inc., repairs, 42.00; Titan Machinery – Pipestone, repairs, 635.08; Toby Doeden for SD, Comm. Center lease/deposit reimbursement, 450.00; Transunion Risk and Alternative, data subscription, 120.00; Valley Fibercom, phones/internet, 766.85; Waxdahl Napa Plus, LLC, supplies/repairs, 254.55; WESCO Receivables Corp, supplies, 334.60 (27138). IMEG, water project professional fees, 19,650.00 (27139). H&W Contracting, LLC, water project professional fees, 120,139.21 (27140). The following members voted aye: Ahlers, Bjerke, Ekern, Fargen, Tufty and Yeaton. Nays: None. Absent: None. Motion carried.
Visitors to Be Heard: Jody Hernandez from the Boys and Girls Club presented information to the council regarding the construction of the Early Childhood Learning Center, now referred to as the Flandreau Clubhouse. The project is underway and expected to be complete by March of 2026, with an opening date scheduled for May 4th, 2026. More information about the center can be found on the city’s website in the government section on the early childhood learning center presentation tab.
Mayor Dan Sutton reported that he is pleased the newspaper is back in business. The Moody County Enterprise will continue to be the city’s official newspaper.
City Administrator Cohl Turnquist shared several important upcoming dates and events with the council. The Aquatic Center officially closed for the season on Saturday, August 16th. There will be another water service disruption for residents in and around the project area on August 19th from 8:00 am to 3:00 pm. City crews will be spraying mosquitoes on August 21st beginning at 8:30 pm. The city office will be closed for Labor Day on Monday, September 1st. The first City Council meeting in September will be Tuesday, September 2nd at 6:30 pm, along with Planning Commission meeting that day at 5:30 pm. City wide clean-up will occur on September 6th for wood items. Community organizations requesting funds from the city for 2026 subsidies can present their information to the council at the meeting October 6th at 6:30 pm. There will be a 2026 budget workshop for city council members on Wednesday, October 8th at 5:30 pm.
Motion by Fargen and seconded by Ahlers to approve the Administrator’s Reports. The following members voted aye: Ahlers, Bjerke, Ekern, Fargen, Tufty and Yeaton. Nays: None. Absent: None. Motion carried.
Old Business: Motion by Yeaton and seconded by Tufty to take off the table the discussion of personnel policy and procedures manual: amending health insurance coverage rates. The following members voted aye: Ahlers, Bjerke, Ekern, Fargen, Tufty and Yeaton. Nays: None. Absent: None. Motion carried.
Further discussion was had on amending the city’s personnel policy and procedures manual to increase the city’s contribution for group health insurance from 50% paid by the city to 75% paid by the city. Alderman Bjerke spoke with concern over the cost and would like to see more security in the budget before making this decision, especially with the city incurring additional costs by taking over the operation of the ambulance in 2026.
There was a motion by Alderman Yeaton to update the city’s contribution to group health insurance to 65% paid by the city. Due to the lack of a second, the motion failed. No council action was taken on this matter but discussion on insurance coverage will continue during the 2026 budget workshop.
New Business: Shane Waterman, with IMEG Engineering, gave an update on the utility improvement project. Waterman stated that water service lines have been completed on Wind and Park Ave. As stated earlier, there will be another disruption to water services on Tuesday, August 19th. Crews plan to move to Crescent and Elm next. A revised project schedule was received by H&W, slating 10 blocks of the project to be completed in 2025 and 14 blocks completed in 2026. The next public meeting for project updates will be Wednesday, August 27th at noon at the city office.
The First Reading of Ordinance 632 was held which addresses wheeled, electrically propelled devices. Ordinance 632 states that any wheeled, electronically propelled devices shall comply with all state and local bicycle ordinances and obey all traffic signs. There are helmet requirements and speed restrictions in the proposed ordinance. No council action was taken, and the second reading of Ordinance 632 will be held at the council meeting on September 2nd.
Council members were given an opportunity to share their 2026 budget priorities. Mayor Sutton expressed the need for funding for curb and gutter repair, along with making improvements around the community center, especially to enhance the parking. Sutton would also like to see funds delegated for maintenance at the Aquatic Center. Alderman Bjerke agreed that parking at the community center should be addressed in the 2026 budget and suggested the city plan ahead for street repairs, including possible replacement of pavement in areas, if needed.
Motion by Bjerke and seconded by Tufty to approve step increase for Finance Officer Lori Kneebone, placing her on Step 5, which is $75,665/annually. The following members voted aye: Ahlers, Bjerke, Ekern, Fargen, Tufty and Yeaton. Nays: None. Absent: None. Motion carried.
Motion by Ahlers and seconded by Yeaton to approve a temporary on-sale special alcoholic beverage license to Blue Jays for an event at the community center on September 20th, 2025. The following members voted aye: Ahlers, Bjerke, Ekern, Fargen, Tufty and Yeaton. Nays: None. Absent: None. Motion carried.
Motion by Fargen and seconded by Ahlers to go into Executive Session for a personnel and legal matter at 7:41 p.m. The following members voted aye: Ahlers, Bjerke, Ekern, Fargen, Tufty and Yeaton. Nays: None. Absent: None. Motion carried.
Motion by Tufty and seconded by Ekern to come out of Executive Session for a personnel and legal matter at 8:03 p.m. The following members voted aye: Ahlers, Bjerke, Ekern, Fargen, Tufty and Yeaton. Nays: None. Absent: None. Motion carried.
Council Comments: None.
The Mayor declared the meeting adjourned at 8:04 p.m.
Daniel D. Sutton - Mayor
ATTEST: Cohl Turnquist - City Administrator
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Flandreau Santee Sioux Long Term Care Maintenance Worker
Full-time
Hours: M-Friday, 8-5:00pm
Opens: 8/8/25 Closes: 8/29/25
Job Summary: Ensures a safe environment of care is maintained by completing assigned maintenance tasks in accordance with current federal, state and local standards, guidelines and regulations governing the facility and ensuring the facility is maintained in a safe and comfortable manner.
Education/Experience:
• High school or GED required
• Previous work experience with a Skilled Nursing or Long-Term Care facility
• Working understanding of physical plant repairs/preventive maintenance and grounds maintenance.
Specific Requirements:
• A valid driver’s license
• Must pass a P.L. 101-630 background check
• Pass a pre-employment drug and alcohol testing
• Must be able to read, write and speak and understand the English language.
If interested in this position, visit and apply online at fsst-nsn.gov (click on employment/scroll down to LTC) Direct questions to LTC Human Resource at (605) 573-2200) or Roxee.johnson@fsst.org
Director Of Nursing
Opens: 8/1/2025 Open until filled Competitive wage based upon experience
Job Summary: Planning, organizing, developing and directing the overall operations of the Nursing department in accordance with the local, state and federal standards and regulations, established facility policies and procedures and as may be directed by the Administrator and the Medical Director, to provide appropriate care and services to the residents.
Qualifications/requirements:
• A Nursing degree from an accredited college or university.
• Must have a minimum of three (3) years of experience as a supervisor in a hospital, nursing home, or other related health care facility.
• Current unrestricted license as a Registered (RN) in practicing state.
• Knowledgeable of nursing and medical practices and procedures, as well as laws, regulations and guidelines pertaining to long-term care.
• Current CPR certification.
• Must be able to read, write, speak and understand the English language.
• Subject to call-back during emergency conditions.
• Must submit to a P.L. 101-630 background check.
• Pre-employment drug and alcohol testing.
Apply online at : www.fsst-nsn.gov (Click Human Resources tab and employment) May attach resume to tribal application Applications are available at the LTC Facility Direct questions to LTC Human Resources at 605-573-2100 or email Roxee.johnson@fsst.gov
Flandreau Santee Sioux Tribe Long Term Care Center
The Tribal administrator is responsible for oversight on tribal management and departments. The Tribal Administrator provides support and guidance to all tribal programs and other contracted and/or grant programs. This will also include preparing contracts for consultants, superv ising and assigning tasks to staff, coordinating resources, reviewing and revising documents, conducting meetings, monitoring fiscal requirements, tracking work plan progress, and preparing oral and written reports.
Assistant Attorney General
The Assistant Attorney General will be tasked with the responsibility of prosecuting the Tribe’s Law and Order Code and will work closely with Tribal Police and other local state and federal agencies. The attorney will also assist with matters regarding the representation of the Tribe, Its ’ departments and enterprises. The attorney will handle all adult criminal juvenile delinquency matters.
Paralegal
This paralegal/lay advocate will assist and provide a range of legal support and administration to the Attorney General’s Office. The position is responsible for drafting legal documents, researching various legal topics as assigned by the attorney while p roviding various clerical support to the legal department
Our website has been updated, please visit our website to see what’s new!
For more information on positions or to apply online, please visit: fsst-nsn.gov (Click Human Resources Tab and Employment)
Must submit to a PL 101-630/basic background check/ and pre-employment drug and alcohol screening.
May attach resume to Tribal Application. Direct questions to Tribal Human Resources Department 605-997-3891 or email HR@fsst.org
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• Handles all customer calls with a positive attitude; demonstrates initiative and creativity in identifying customer and business needs.
• Able to work in a fast paced and changing work environment.
• Ability to calculate basic math (addition, subtraction, multiplication, division) without use of calculator.
• Proficient in typing
• Proficient in Microsoft Office Applications (Word, Outlook, Excel) and Internet Explorer.
Must submit to background check and pre-employment drug and alcohol screening.
City of Colman Agenda
Regular Council Meeting At Colman Community Center
August 11, 2025 Agenda 6PM
The City Council of the City of Colman, SD met in regular session on Monday, July 14, 2025 at the Colman City Hall with Mayor Mike Preheim calling the meeting to order at 6:00 pm and the Pledge of Allegiance being recited.
ROLL CALL: Mike Preheim—Mayor Mike Uhing—Ward I
Travis Heiter—Ward I
Troy Smallfield—Ward III—absent
Roger Broghammer—Ward III
Mitch Clark—Ward II Cody Fritz—Ward II
OTHERS IN ATTENDANCE: Finance Officer Maria Groos, Grant Groos, Maintenance Supervisor, Jay Groos, Golf Course, Lisa Brown, Clubhouse Manager, Cathy Smallfield, Shane Waterman, IMEG, Nicole Schmidt, The Wildcats Bar CONSENT CALENDAR APPROVAL
A. Agenda Motion by Uhing, 2nd Broghammer, 5 ayes, carried. Mitch Clark declared a Conflict of Interest on agenda item AMENDMENT TO UTILITY BILLING SCHEDULE AND DEPOSIT REFUND POLICY (Criteria Refund Eligibility for Renters).
B. Minutes July 14, 2025 Regular Meeting Motion Clark, 2nd Uhing, 5 ayes, carried.
C. July 2025 Financials Motion Clark 2nd Fritz, 5 ayes, carried.
D. Bills Presented and approved on 8.11.25 Motion Clark, 2nd Boghammer, 5 ayes, carried. Aflac 53.54 insurance Agtegra 116.25 supplies Appeara 144.90 services
COMMUNITY COMMENTS Kathy Smallfield addressed the council on nuisance properties
ORDINANCES & RESOLUTIONS: none
IMEG Approval of Pay Application No. 1 – Hwy 34 Infrastructure Improvements-Earthworks Enterprises $66,476.39 to Earthworks Enterprises for stored materials. The estimated cost breakdown includes $39,677.44 for sewer improvements and $26,798.95 for water improvements Motion Uhing, 2nd Fritz to approve water improvement payment to Earthworks for stored materials 5 ayes, carried. And Motion by Clark, 2nd Uhing to approve sewer improvement payment to Earthworks for stored materials 5 ayes, carried. Hulstien will be starting the hand pours on the south side of the highway. Removal of the north side road will begin next week. The request to have two lane traffic on the south side has been reviewed by Hulstien and due to safety considerations, single lane traffic will continue through town. Inquiry made regarding the anticipated completion of final grading at the golf course, in the area that was disturbed during recent culvert installation. A follow-up inquiry will be made regarding the handling of excess dirt from the project possibly being moved and used by the City.
DESIGNATION OF OFFICIAL NEWSPAPER: Motion Clark, 2nd Fritz to publish City minutes in the Booster until an official newspaper has been designated by the Council. 5 ayes, carried.
IMIPLEMENTATION OF CAMGROUND RESERVATION DEPOSIT TO ADDRESS NO-SHOWS AND CANCELLATIONS tabled
AMENDMENT TO UTILITY BILLING SCHEDULE AND DEPOSIT REFUND POLICY In response to community concerns regarding the timing of utility bill delivery by the USPS, the Council has reviewed and approved the following changes to the billing cycle: Meters will be read on the 1st of each month, determining usage and charges for the current billing cycle. Your bill will indicate a full month’s usage and the newly generated bill will be mailed on the 1st day of the month. Utility bills will now be due on the 5th of each month. To avoid a $20 penalty, payments need to be received to the office by 2:30pm on the 20th of each month, at which time a report will be generated determining past due accounts. It was also noted that if the past due amount is not received by the last day of the month, the account is subject to disconnection on the 1st day of the following month. Service will not be reconnected until full payment for the outstanding usage is received at the office, along with a $50 reconnect fee. Motion by Uhing, 2nd Heiter to approve utility billing changes. 5 ayes, carried. Criteria Refund Eligibility for Homeowners: utility accounts having not been assessed a late fee for 12 consecutive months will be eligible to receive a utility deposit refund. Deposit will be refunded by check. Motion by Uhing, 2nd Heiter. 5 ayes, carried. Criteria Refund Eligibility for Renters: utility accounts having not been assessed a late fee for 24 consecutive months will be eligible to receive a utility deposit refund credited to their account. After the 24 months, landlords will be responsible for any unpaid utility bills left by a tenant. Clark abstained. Motion Uhing, 2nd Fritz. 4 ayes, carried.
APPROVE WAGES: Motion Broghammer, 2nd Fritz to approve the hiring of Elizabeth Moore as a clubhouse attendant at $14/hr. 5 ayes, carried.
INTERNET AND TELEPHONE SERVICE PROVIDER CHANGE TO VALLEY FIBERCOM: Motion by Fritz, 2nd Clark. 5 ayes, carried. Discussion was held regarding internet and phone service for city facilities. Following review and consideration, it was decided to switch service providers to Valley FiberCom for both internet and phone services. The change is expected to improve service reliability and potentially reduce costs.
COLMAN VOLUNTEER FIRE DEPARTMENT ADDTION: Levi Baumberger has been added as a new member to the Fire Department.
EMPLOYEE REPORTS/COMMTTEE ITEMS
• Irrigation leaks-time and materials donated for repair Adding pedestrian cart paths to northwest corner of golf course to accommodate crossing from southern heights through golf course to limit disruption of play, prevent damage to the course and ensure safety.
Student and Great Life memberships
• Pricing for crushed asphalt for cart path
Manhole leaks
• Patching & street repair in September Sewer Cleaning bid
• Culvert SE 2nd St cost $20,428.61
Bar roof repair estimate for steel approximately $30,000 and rubber room $25,510
• Pool closed for the season
Budget items for next season: automatic pool vacuum, 2 guard chars, grit or pool liner for baby pool, movie screen and projector, security camera
• Bar requests: asphalt repairs, removal of hood system, asphalt work. Snow removal, October 24th a band (noise)
New menu at clubhouse, raffles, coupons/discounts, Looney Day concerns
• Car lot requirements
1 Building permit, nuisance letters for over-grown vegetation, Farm Lease contract extension, Text notification service, City library
Greg’s Place Final Music Service Commissions
June 2025
• Lottery $1120.34 @70% = $784.24
• Games $0 @ 100% = $0
Total = $784.24
The Wildcats Bar Music Service Commissions
July 2025
• Lottery $3,571.01 @70% = $2,499.71
• Games $101.62 @ 100% = $101.62
Total = $2,601.33
EXECUTIVE SESSION: Motion Broghammer, 2nd Heiter to enter into executive session at 6:49pm for employee review. 5 ayes, carried. The City of Colman City Council reserves the right to go in to executive session at any point during the meeting. A motion to go in to executive session shall cite the applicable subsection under codified law 1-25-2 (1, 3 & 4) Personnel, Legal & Contracts. Councilman Uhing excused himself stating a conflict of interest with the contractual review. Mayor Mike Preheim declared out of executive session at 8:18pm
NEXT MEETING DATE September 8, 2025; Budget meeting date TBD
ADJOURN: Motion Fritz, 2nd Broghammer to adjourn at 8:18 pm. 5 ayes, carried.
